Serving 498 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Academie Lafayette Oak Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 498 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Academie Lafayette Oak Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Academie Lafayette Oak Elementary School's student population of 498 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
498 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Academie Lafayette Oak Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Academie Lafayette Oak Elementary School is 0.56, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#352 out of 2084 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
18%
15%
White
63%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Academie Lafayette Oak Elementary School's ranking?
Academie Lafayette Oak Elementary School is ranked #352 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Academie Lafayette Oak Elementary School often compared to?
Academie Lafayette Oak Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Academie Lafayette Cherry Elementary School, Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Academie Lafayette Oak Elementary School?
498 students attend Academie Lafayette Oak Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Academie Lafayette Oak Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Academie Lafayette Oak Elementary School?
Academie Lafayette Oak Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Academie Lafayette Oak Elementary School offer ?
Academie Lafayette Oak Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Academie Lafayette Oak Elementary School part of?
Academie Lafayette Oak Elementary School is part of Academie Lafayette School District.
In what neighborhood is Academie Lafayette Oak Elementary School located?
Academie Lafayette Oak Elementary School is located in the South Kansas City neighborhood of Kansas City, MO. There are 12 other public schools located in South Kansas City.
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